About Off The Bench
Off The Bench uses basketball as a tool to develop total athletes, build leaders, and transform communities across Uganda. Through quality coaching, education, mentorship and life skills. We empower young people to reach their full potential on and off the court.
Our Programs
Developing the Total Athlete through basketball, education, mentorship, and community impact.
Basketball Academy
Develop basketball skills, character, leadership, confidence and character through year-round training built around the Total Athlete.
School Partnerships
Partnering with schools to deliver basketball coaching, mentorship, and life skills programs that empower young people.
Community Outreach
Creating positive community impact through clinics, tournaments, mentorships, and service initiatives across Uganda
OUR IMPACT
500+
YOUNG ATHLETES IMPACTED
20+
SCHOOLS AND PARTNERS REACHED
3
CORE BASKETBALL PROGRAMS
WHY OFF THE BENCH ?
We believe basketball is a platform for something bigger.
At Off The Bench, we use the game to develop disciplined athletes, confident leaders and young people equipped with skills to succeed on and off the court.
TOTAL ATHLETE.
PHYSICAL. MENTAL. SPIRITUAL.
TOTAL ATHLETE
We believe developing a great athlete goes beyond the game.
Our Total Athlete approach focuses on developing the whole person-Physically, mentally and spiritually-equipping young athletes to perform, lead and thrive on and off the court.
PHYSICAL
We develop skilled, disciplined and resilient athletes through purposeful basketball training, competition and commitment to excellence.
MENTAL
We build confident, focused and resilient young people by developing discipline, leadership and mindset to overcome challenges.
SPIRITUAL
We nurture character, purpose and strong values, encouraging young athletes to grow in Faith, Integrity and service to others.
COMMUNITY IMPACT
Through basketball, we create opportunities that extend far beyond the court. Every initiative is designed to develop confident leaders, strengthen families, and build healthier communities.
Youth Development
Building confidence, discipline, teamwork, and life skills through structured basketball programs
Education Support
Supporting academic success through mentorship, school partnerships, and educational opportunities
Community Outreach
Bringing together schools, families, and communities to create safe, inclusive spaces where young people can thrive.
Leadership & Legacy
Empowering young leaders to inspire others and create lasting impact in their communities and beyond.
OUR IMPACT BY THE NUMBERS
Every number represents a young life empowered, a family strengthened, and a community transformed through the power of basketball
500+
Young People Impacted
25+
Schools and Communities
100+
Programs & Events
Behind every number is a story of hope, resilience, and a young person discovering their potential.
10+
Years of Impact
BE PART OF THE IMPACT
Together we can empower more young people through baskteball, mentorship and community
